Containers showing excessive damage, such as denting or corrosion, should be:

Containers that exhibit excessive damage, such as denting or corrosion, can compromise the safety and integrity of the container. When these containers show significant signs of wear or deterioration, they may be at an increased risk of leaks or failures during operation.

Removing damaged containers from service is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of the operation and the people involved. Continuing to use a container that is damaged could lead to dangerous situations, including the potential for gas leaks or explosions. Therefore, the proper course of action is to remove these containers from service entirely until they can be thoroughly assessed and repaired, if feasible.

In contrast, options such as storing for further inspection, immediate repairs, or repainting and reusing do not adequately address the safety concerns associated with damaged containers. Storing a damaged container does not mitigate the risk in the short term. Immediate repairs may not address underlying issues that could lead to future failures, and repainting does not resolve structural problems. Hence, removing the container from service is the most responsible and safe approach.